Critical Mention

APRIL 17, 2019

To help you create your social media marketing strategy, we have 15 of the top social media trends you need to follow in 2019! With the data privacy scandal that rocked Facebook in 2018, transparency became a critical social media trend this year. Brand humanization. Transparency. Closed groups. Employee advocacy.

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Social Media Trends Media Instagram 61

Waxing UnLyrical

MAY 17, 2019

With the dawn of a new year and along with it, innumerable opportunities for improvement, the digital customer experience is bound to be a witness to a few significant trends. For those curious enough to know more about the same, the following will aid you in enlightening yourself about the Top Digital Customer Experience Trends for 2019.

Trends 70

Trends Ethics Survey Data 70

5W PR

FEBRUARY 21, 2020

Consumers take in many considerations leading up to their purchase decisions. According to 5W’s 2020 Consumer Culture Report , some consumers are influenced when a brand aligns with a cause they’re passionate about (83%), and others would like to see a CEO of a company speak out on issues they care about (76%).

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Brand Branding Chemicals Consumer 157

Agility PR Solutions

FEBRUARY 27, 2019

consumers play hard to get, but once brands secure their trust, the majority of U.S. consumers are loyal for life, according to a global survey from open source digital experience firm Acquia. The post Trust is the holy grail—once brands secure it, U.S.

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Consumer Brand Branding Survey 74

PR 20/20

OCTOBER 23, 2018

That’s a far cry from the marketers of the past, who pushed promotional messaging at consumers with a wish and a prayer that someone would convert. To quantify the trends among this group, each year, Content Marketing Institute and MarketingProfs gather up their extensive survey findings for a B2B content marketing report.

Content Marketing 81

Content Marketing B2B Trends Marketing 81

5W PR

APRIL 23, 2020

The pandemic caused by the novel coronavirus COVID-19 will end eventually and when it does, some consumer habits will likely change. What’s known is that the longer the crisis, the bigger the imprint on the consumer. Trust in brands has always been important and will be even more critical in the future. Others may not.

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Consumer Survey Retail Software 97

Onclusive

JANUARY 24, 2023

If you’re a PR or comms pro, you’ll already know that environmental sustainability has become a central part of corporate strategy, building brand reputation, and the media landscape. Particularly with the growth and financial success of green brands becoming more apparent. That’s right, doubled!

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Analysis Media Financial Reputation 195

Onclusive

JANUARY 24, 2023

If you’re a PR or comms pro, you’ll already know that environmental sustainability has become a central part of corporate strategy, building brand reputation, and the media landscape. Particularly with the growth and financial success of green brands becoming more apparent. That’s right, doubled!

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Analysis Media Financial Reputation 195

Solo PR Pro

JANUARY 7, 2019

Now that 2019 has arrived, what new tactics and capabilities can we expect as we strengthen our positions as strategic partners for our clients? Submit your brand or clients’ sites and blogs for inclusion in the Google News Publisher Center. We extend that experience and value to our current clients and those we’ll be signing in 2019.

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Trends Google Crisis Management Data 45

Agility PR Solutions

JULY 30, 2019

A brand’s ability to deliver something that emotionally engages consumers was viewed as the gateway to innovation. The post Most innovative tech brands of 2019—all the leaders, laggards and left-behinds appeared first on Agility PR Solutions. How do the industry stars manage to stay ahead of the game?

Brand 65

Brand Branding Consumer Industry 65

Konnect Agency

JANUARY 17, 2020

The overarching theme for brands heading into 2020: Rethinking what “success” looks like for social media marketing at large. Below is a breakdown of the top social media trends based on recent research and happenings in the space. Estimates show that in 2020, brands will spend up to $5-10 billion on influencer marketing.

Social Media 87

Social Media Trends Media Instagram 87

PR 20/20

DECEMBER 4, 2018

Every year we read tons of articles about the up and coming trends in social media and marketing. Every year we’re reminded that if we don’t start adopting these trends now, we’re going to fall behind in the new year. The “trends” that worked so well, they’re sticking around for another year at least. Inspiration: Sprint.

Social Media 66

Social Media Trends Pinterest Instagram 66

NewsWhip

MARCH 24, 2021

In 2019, the Business Roundtable signed a historic pledge that tethered the relationship between companies, CEO’s, and climate change. With the dovetailing of these two occurrences, 2020 was on track to be the year that brands, climate, and investment came together. How the brand conversation changed on Facebook. Enter IKEA.

Chemicals 148

Chemicals Retail Facebook Local 148

NewsWhip

FEBRUARY 19, 2020

7th – 12th, and as an update to our crisis blog covering the incidents from Gucci, Prada, and more , we took a look at actions taken between then and now to see what’s changing with regard to diversity training and inclusion initiatives among huge designer brands. Engagements to major racially-charged crises in 2019.

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Training Brand Branding Fashion 97

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

APRIL 30, 2020

For PR pros, it’s not only expected, but part of our job to stay up-to-date on all industry trends and current affairs in the U.S. While we have access to a wide breadth of digital platforms to consume our daily dose of news and information, let’s not ignore an essential medium for staying smart – podcasts. and beyond.

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Marketing Advertising Advertising Industry 306

Stephen Waddington

NOVEMBER 21, 2018

Purpose is something you’ll be hearing a lot more of in 2019. There are some interesting innovative media models seeking to reverse the trend. In the last two years back office, infrastructure and brands have been consolidated. The CIPR has kicked off its State of the Profession survey for 2019 and would welcome your views. #16

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Publicity Analysis Measurement Tools 120

5W PR

FEBRUARY 17, 2021

For today’s marketers, it’s figuring out what the next big consumer trend will be. The reasons for being able to anticipate the next big trend are obvious. Whomever gets ahead of the wave will reap tons of success as well as revenue if it happens to fall within the purview of their brand.

Consumer 97

Consumer Trends Viral Survey 97

Sword and the Script

DECEMBER 11, 2018

A good number of predictions struck me as highly probable in 2019. The cultural divide due to ‘fake news’ and distrust of media will deepen in 2019 forcing marketers and PR to push harder on content distribution with their own consumer channels as the most direct line of communication with the company or client.

Social Media 91

Social Media Marketing Media Creativity 91

Remote PR Jobs

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

As consumers continue to look to social proof and opinion, influencer marketing has evolved. Brands are using influencers and other engagement tools to connect with consumers on a more personal level. As mentioned above, influencer marketing is key to being relatable to younger consumers, as is the emerging world of podcasts.

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Media Print Radio Consumer 100

5W PR

DECEMBER 5, 2018

According to a recent study by IAB, named the rise of the brand economy in the 21 st century, the future of retail will be painted by direct to consumer relationships. The biggest problem is that many companies don’t know how to get started with direct to consumer PR. Understanding the Value of Direct to Consumer.

Consumer 74

Consumer Publicity Marketing How To 74

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

MARCH 24, 2021

Fifty-three percent of customers who follow a business are likely to be loyal to that business, and 63% of consumers who search for goods and services online are more receptive to those with an engaging social media presence. . Or, the social content strategy may lag behind trends.

Social Media 344

Social Media Strategy Media LinkedIn 344

Waxing UnLyrical

MAY 13, 2019

Small businesses on the other hand, are like the local government, they’re closer to consumers. One of the reasons for this is brand deafness. Brands start out small then become big, then become too big to listen to consumers until they’re consumed. Here are: Some Brands that Failed to Listen.

Small Business 86

Small Business Community Pharmaceuticals Social Media 86

Cision

AUGUST 21, 2015

With forecasts estimating that video will make up 80 to 90 percent of global consumer traffic by 2019 , live video streaming apps like Periscope are expected to stay in the spotlight. Here are six ways Periscope can influence the way your brand interacts with consumers: 1. Looking to test changes to your brand’s products?

Consumer 120

Consumer Video Customer Service Twitter 120

PRSay

AUGUST 6, 2019

By 2020, Gen Z will account for 40 percent of all consumers according to an Accenture report , and some experts estimate their current spending power to be as much as $140 billion. It is also critical to understand that Gen Z’s preferred media consumption channels are unlike any previous consumer segment.

Television 158

Television Instagram Consumer Newspapers 158

Solo PR Pro

JULY 3, 2019

Mary Meeker’s report on 2019 Internet Trends. Facebook, GDPR, the new CCPA (California Consumer Privacy Act) plus changes being made by Facebook and iOS will all impact targeting in advertising. What stood out to you as the most essential item in the 2019 Meeker Report? Photo by Thom on Unsplash. Digital Media Usage.

Report 45

Report Privacy Pinterest Retail 45

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

APRIL 30, 2020

For PR pros, it’s not only expected, but part of our job to stay up-to-date on all industry trends and current affairs in the U.S. While we have access to a wide breadth of digital platforms to consume our daily dose of news and information, let’s not ignore an essential medium for staying smart – podcasts. and beyond.

Marketing 204

Marketing Advertising Advertising Industry 204

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JANUARY 22, 2020

For ad tech in particular, it’s a juggernaut, contributing 42% of the increase in global ad spending growth in 2019. However, brands looking to enter the market with PR and digital content campaigns must have a command of the complexities inherent among APAC countries. . Understand market tech trends. As in the U.S.

Mobile 156

Mobile Local Technology Trends 156

Prohibition

APRIL 12, 2022

Social media has the potential to grow a brand’s identity and consumer base extensively. Here we explore some examples of social media advertising gone wrong – and share insight on what brands can learn from these blunders, to make sure they don’t make the same mistakes. Burger King was met with outrage, and claims of sexism.

Advertising 62

Advertising Advertising Social Media Brand 62

Sword and the Script

DECEMBER 21, 2021

Now more than ever, brands are understanding the importance of building trust and being transparent with their audiences, not to mention the value of clear communication. This year, we’ve seen brands and agencies alike trying – and struggling – to find and hire strong PR pros. . ~ Brad Marley , Chief Storyteller, Yelram Media .

Marketing 214

Marketing Content Marketing Social Media Employee 214

The Proactive Report

MARCH 27, 2020

Consumers need to see consistency in brand messaging in times of uncertainty. And, as history has shown, brands that remain in-market with consistent messaging come out of a crisis ahead of their competitors. In 2019 Pew Research Center reported that more than half of adults get their news on social media.

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Crisis How To Small Business Social Media 225

Landis PR

DECEMBER 20, 2021

billion mark in July 2019, as reported by WeAreSocial. From brand storytelling to new commerce opportunities, social channels offer companies an unmatched opportunity to reach and engage consumers: Engage with your target audience. Twitter, Facebook and Instagram are extremely popular with major brands and their followers.

Social Media 52

Social Media Brand Branding Customer Service 52

Prohibition

MARCH 5, 2020

With social media now a well established tool for businesses, and a huge part of day-to-day life for most people, it is more important than ever to ensure your business or brand maintains a presence, keeps up to date with all current trends and utilises them to your advantage. Employee Brand Engagement. Targeted Ads.

Social Media 62

Social Media Trends Media How To 62

PR 20/20

OCTOBER 16, 2018

While we can't know the future, we can look to the trends and technologies that are shaping the marketing industry today and predict what they could mean for brands and content marketers in 2019. s Brittni Kinney will be hosting a webinar to discuss key content trends and what they'll mean for the industry.

Content Marketing 46

Content Marketing Marketing How To Strategy 46

Onclusive

DECEMBER 6, 2019

It’s critical to keep up with the latest trends, technologies, and methodologies so that your company doesn’t miss opportunities and get left behind. . Our post last year on the 10 Best PR and Marketing Conferences to Attend in 2019 was a huge hit, so we’ve added even more insight to bring you 15 of our best conference recommendations.

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Conference Marketing Case Study Measurement 329

Stephen Waddington

JUNE 23, 2019

Mary Meeker’s Internet Trends 2019 report is a monster. It’s an area that brands should investigate. #6 Business models and markets #11 Freemium in the enterprise The freemium business model enabled by the cloud has evolved from gaming to enterprise and consumer markets. I’m here for an athletics tournament.

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Report YouTube Privacy Web 81

Stephen Waddington

MAY 19, 2020

We’ve been able to observe the impact of the virus on consumer behaviour and media consumption thanks to data from Brandwatch, OFCOM, Reuters Institute and YouGov, among others. In the consumer sector, the entertainment, gym, hospitality, sports and travel industries in the UK shutdown on 23 March when a lockdown was applied.

Crisis 151

Crisis Government Energy Community 151

Landis PR

SEPTEMBER 7, 2021

The 2019 Pew Research Center report on social media use in the United States showed that 72 percent of American adults use some form of social media. From brand storytelling to new commerce opportunities, social channels offer companies an unmatched opportunity to reach and engage consumers. Fast forward to today.

Social Media 104

Social Media Marketing Media Analysis 104